Michael Whalley

Who was Michael Whalley?

Michael D. Whalley was a Republican member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives, representing the Belknap 5th District since 2002, after having served the towns of Bow and Dunbarton since 1992. He served as the House Republican Leader during the 2007–2008 House session until his death on March 1, 2008. Whalley had previously served as Vice Chairman of the Resources, Recreation & Development Committee, Vice Chairman and later Chairman of the Election Law Committee, Majority Whip and Deputy Speaker.

After graduating from the University of New Hampshire in 1975, Mike went into business as a motorcycle and sport vehicle salesman and dealer at HK Powersports with his brothers, Steve and Jim. He married his college sweetheart, Purr, in 1976 and had twins, John and Caitlin, in 1981. He died at Concord Hospital from the injuries caused by an accidental slip on the ice outside his home.